Ares shook his head for the umpteenth time, as Valarie took the last of her bag, he collected it from her and together they entered the car.She was in deep thought as they drove in silence.“What’s on your mind Valeria?”“Huh.” She smiled. “ Nothing, it all looks like a dream, I could never had believed I would leave there this soon.”Ares grinned. “It’s not a dream, it’s the reality.”“Thank you for all you’ve done for me, Ares.”“I've told you not to thank me so much, thank you for accepting to come to my place instead.”Valeria smiled. She had never thought of it and it still surprised her.She overheard from one of the nurses earlier in the day that Ares owned the hospital.No wonder she got everything she wanted without anybody questioning Ares.She looked at him, his glasses matched his oval-shaped face, his girlfriend would be lucky to have someone as caring as him.They soon got to his house; a bungalow, she really liked the atmosphere in the house.She wondered why he stayed
Valeria had always stayed five feet away from people she didn't know, she always felt uncomfortable.And now, hearing that Ares’ mother was coming made her feel off.How would his mother react to seeing her in the house? And heavily pregnant at that.He had once told her his mother had been insisting he marry, won't she blame her for obstructing the plan?Who would want to be friends with him when there's a heavily pregnant lady in the house?And for the first time, she felt uncomfortable in the house, she wouldn't want to be the cause of Ares not having a relationship.She was already thinking of a plan, to probably get out of the house, when the doorbell rang.With sweaty palms, she opened the door and beheld a short middle-aged woman.She smiled from ear to ear when she saw Valeria. “You must be Valeria, ah?”The Singapore accent is visible in her speech, one of the things Valeria had learned in her few months of staying in Singapore is their accent.It took her a while to understa
After Valerie had said goodbye to Sandra, she went back to her room while Ares drove his mother to the airport.Ares felt awkward after he overheard his mother’s conversation with Valerie, so instead of going back to the house, he went to the hospital.He later went home when it was getting late and checked up on Valerie.“Are you feeling better now?” He asked her as they watched a movie together.There had been awkwardness between them, as they watched and Ares decided to break the silence.“Yes, I can't believe my kids will be here in less than a month.”“Have you decided on their names yet?”“No, I will, when I hold them in my arms.”“That’s nice.” Silence again as they went back to the movie neither of them fully concentrating on it.Ares wanted to apologize to her for what his mother said, while Valerie wanted to let him know she valued their friendship and wouldn't want to spoil it with any intimate relationship.“Let's go out on a date.” The words spilled out of his mouth witho
The day was her check-up day, she was nervous and excited.They were about to leave the house when Ares received an email message. He opened it and saw a request for an interview from a journalist, he swiped it away and ignored it.Ares repeatedly reassured Valerie, while they drove to the hospital.The babies and her were healthy which put a smile on Valerie’s face, they were about to go home, when one of the nurses met up with them.“Doctor Ares, you've someone requesting your presence.”“Who?” Ares raised a question curiously.“He said he is a journalist.”Ares straightened up. Isn't it the journalist that emailed him earlier on?“What does he want?” Valerie asked.“An interview, he had been coming since two days ago, but you've not been around, and because of yesterday's emergency, we couldn't tell you.”“Where is he at?” Ares asked.“Outside.”“Tell him to come back next week, Valeria needs to be home now.”“No, Ares, you should attend to him, it might be important, you can neve
Valerie didn't know why the journalist was adamant about the so-called Interview.She didn't know why Ares didn't suspect anything, he only felt worried but at the same time, he wanted his hospital name on the front page of the newspaper.In a few hours, the journalist would come, to confirm her suspicion, she was going to check him up on the Internet.She had thought of it, since the night before, she was going to unleash her past strength.It was time to bring back her game, the one she had thought she wouldn't have to use again.If her suspicion turned out to be real, she would have to help Ares, because he doesn't deserve to be blacklisted.***“Thank you for having me in your house, Doctor Ares.”“You're welcome.”Xavier said down, all the while smirking.“So, Mr. Xavier, which organization do you say you're from?”“XYZ ma'am.”Valerie nodded and gave him the go-ahead to continue with his business.“Doctor Ares, I must say your home is comfy.”“I appreciate it.”“So back to the b
Valerie hesitated. While she was upset about the way the journalist tried to manipulate Ares, she was not sure if it was ethical to hack into his phone. She knew that it was against the law, and she could get into serious trouble if she was caught. It had been three days since the journalist came over to the house and he sent an email to him, telling him he was going to uncover the truth and make him pay for the misdiagnosis that happened in his hospital years ago. She had been trying new ways to support Ares and expose the journalist, and after hours of searching,She finally found a verified account of a retired investigative journalist, that texted her on Reddit. He was interested in the case and wanted to take up the case personally.Valeria was worried about how the situation was affecting Ares' mental health.He had been stressed out and worried about his reputation, and Valeria could see the toll it was taking on him.That gave her another reason to fight for him because sh
"You have two choices. Either you publicly confess to the misdiagnosis and have your hospital shut down, or you lie and say that you did it intentionally. Either way, your reputation and career are ruined. The choice is yours. You have 24 hours to decide." Both Ares and Valerie looked stunned, and almost immediately the email got deleted, making it stiff for them to Re-read it.But they knew what he wrote, and that got them worried.“I never did it, it wasn't even a mistake, the person was brought in almost dead, and there was little or nothing we could have done to save him.”And now Liam was giving him 24 hours to confess to a crime he never committed.“If any scandal should occur in the hospital, my license might be revoked,” Ares said, squeezing his brow.Valerie was short of words, she knew how important the hospital was for Ares, and if they shut down the hospital, he wouldn't remain the same.She hoped Steven had some evidence to use against Liam. She headed to her room and lo
When Valerie woke up, she was in a different room. The lights were dim, and there was a quiet, peaceful feeling in the air.She was still hooked up to the monitors, but she felt more relaxed than she had before. As her eyes adjusted to the light, she saw Ares sitting in a chair next to her bed. He looked tired, but he smiled when he saw her. "Welcome back," he says. "How are you feeling?" Valerie tried to nod, but her head was too heavy. All she could do was keep smiling at Ares. He reached out and took her hand. "It's okay," he said. "You're safe now. You did great." Valerie closed her eyes again and relaxed. She felt safe and protected with Ares by her side. After a few moments, she opened her eyes again. This time, she felt a bit more alert. "What happened?" she asked weakly. Ares explained everything that happened during the surgery and told her that she and the babies were all healthy. Valerie felt glad and happy, she remembered that she couldn't finish the text she sent
Two years flew by since Olivia died and fate dealt with Natasha's schemes. Olivia was laid to rest with honor, and Nelson regained what was rightfully his. The kids, Kyle and Kelly, pushed through and finished their studies, and now it was their big day: graduation.At the ceremony, Nelson and Valerie beamed with pride as they hugged Kyle and Kelly, holding back tears of joy. Despite the tough times, they made it through together, stronger than ever.As they watched their kids walk across the stage, Nelson and Valerie felt a wave of happiness wash over them.Amidst the cheers and applause of their friends and family, Kyle and Kelly stepped onto the stage, their faces radiant with excitement and accomplishment. As they accepted their degrees, Nelson and Valerie felt a surge of pride and gratitude wash over them.With beaming smiles, Nelson and Valerie hugged their children tightly, their hearts swelling with pride. "Congratulations, Kyle and Kelly," Nelson exclaimed, his voice filled
Natasha's mood turned serious as she reached out to grab a gun from one of her men, her expression cold and calculating. The children struggled against the gags in their mouths, their eyes wide with fear as Kelly's sobs filled the air. Nelson's voice cracked with desperation as he shouted at Natasha to stop, his hands trembling with fear and rage. Valerie's screams echoed through the room, her cries filled with anguish as she begged Natasha not to do it. But Natasha's eyes glinted with determination as she raised the gun, her finger tightening on the trigger.Just as Natasha's finger tightened on the trigger, the sharp sound of gunshots echoed through the room, causing everyone to freeze in shock. The door burst open, and a team of police officers stormed into the hideout, their weapons drawn and ready.Her men were quickly subdued and disarmed, their masks ripped off to reveal their faces. Natasha's eyes widened in disbelief as she watched the scene unfold before her.As Natasha's
As the sun rose the next day, Nelson paced restlessly, his nerves frayed with anticipation. With each passing minute, the weight of Natasha's startling call bore down on him like a heavy burden.Finally, the phone rang, jolting Nelson from his thoughts. With trembling hands, he answered, his heart pounding in his chest."Miss me, Nelson?" Natasha's voice was like a venomous serpent, slithering through the line with a chilling edge.Nelson gritted his teeth, suppressing the surge of anger that threatened to consume him. "Cut the games, Natasha," he growled, his voice tight with frustration.With a sinister laugh, Natasha relayed her location, her tone dripping with malice. "Be there in an hour," she warned, her voice a dangerous whisper. "And remember, no police. I won't hesitate to make good on my threats."Nelson hung up the phone, his jaw clenched in determination. He turned to Valerie, his expression grim. "It's time," he said, his voice heavy with resolve.Together, they climbed i
Natasha simply laughed, her amusement echoing through the line. "Oh, they're safe for now," she replied cryptically. "But whether they stay that way depends entirely on you."Natasha's voice dripped with malice as she spoke, her words cutting through the air like a knife. "I know you'll try to act smart, Nelson," she sneered, her tone dripping with contempt. "But the smarter you think you are, the more your children will suffer."A chill ran down Nelson's spine as Natasha described the potent poison she claimed to have administered to Kyle and Kelly. His heart pounded with fear at the thought of losing his beloved children.Natasha's laughter echoed through the room as she declared that the children wanted to speak with him. Nelson's hands trembled as he took the phone, his heart breaking at the sound of Kelly's tearful cries."Daddy, please save us," Kelly sobbed, her voice choked with emotion. "We don't want to die."Kyle's voice was filled with determination as he spoke next. "We c
Weeks turned into months, and the storm of controversy that had once engulfed Nelson's company began to fade into the past. With the cloud of suspicion lifted, Valerie's NGO flourished, receiving a surge of support from the community. Kyle and Kelly found solace in returning to their studies, their peers no longer casting judgment upon them.Meanwhile, Nelson made it his priority to ensure the safety and security of his family. Wherever they went, security measures were tightened, providing them with peace of mind in an uncertain world.As life settled back into a semblance of normalcy, Angela and Kyle found themselves growing closer than ever. They spent hours talking and laughing together, forging a friendship that was as strong as it was unexpected.Amidst it all, Nelson made the decision to release the AI that had been wrongly accused, confident in its ability to benefit society. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with users praising its efficiency and innovation.***As K
Back at home, the tension was palpable as Nelson gathered his family in the living room. Their expressions ranged from confusion to concern, each of them processing the events of the day in their own way.Before Nelson could speak, Kyle spoke up, his brow furrowed in confusion. "Dad, how come Natasha was at the auction?" he asked, his voice tinged with disbelief.Nelson took a deep breath, his mind racing with the weight of the truth he was about to reveal. "I was just as shocked as you were," he admitted, his voice grave. "But it seems Natasha has been plotting with Kelvin to bring me down."The room fell silent, the only sound the creaking of the floorboards beneath their feet. Eyes widened in shock as Nelson recounted Natasha's involvement with Kelvin, her betrayal hitting them like a punch to the gut.Valerie's voice shook as she spoke, her eyes clouded with memories of past hurts. "I still can't forget what Natasha did to us years ago," she confessed, her words heavy with the wei
As Nelson addressed the crowd and media, he felt a surge of adrenaline coursing through him. "Ladies and gentlemen, esteemed members of the media," he began, his voice steady but tinged with intensity. "I have something important to reveal."The room grew silent as Nelson took a deep breath, steeling himself for what was to come. "Kelvin," He gestured towards his stepbrother, his tone heavy with disdain, "has been my stepbrother for years. But what you don't know is that our relationship has been fraught with animosity. I've never trusted him, and for good reason."Gasps and murmurs erupted from the crowd as Nelson's revelation hit home. Meanwhile, Michael, one of Nelson's senior board members, was spotted attempting to flee the scene. With swift coordination, Nelson's team members intercepted him, ensuring he couldn't escape justice."Now, let me show you the truth," Nelson declared, as his team played audio recordings and videos exposing Kelvin and Michael's fraudulent transaction
As Nelson and his team waited anxiously, they eyed the room for any chance to catch Michael and Kelvin red-handed. Tension hung thick in the air, each member of the team poised for action, their senses heightened.Suddenly, the room fell silent as Kelvin made his grand entrance, his presence commanding attention. But what caught Nelson off guard was the figure at his side, Natasha. A sinister smile curled her lips as she whispered something into Kelvin's ear.Nelson's heart skipped a beat as his eyes locked onto the pair, disbelief washing over him like a wave. Natasha, the woman with a vendetta against his family, standing beside Kelvin, his own step-brother, in a twisted alliance that threatened to crack everything he held dear.Clenching his teeth, Nelson muttered to himself, cursing his own folly for underestimating Natasha's potential for betrayal after her stint in prison. He couldn't shake the gnawing question of how Natasha and Kelvin had formed an alliance after her relea
The following day, Nelson arrived at work with a heavy heart, his mind preoccupied with the task ahead. Despite his outward appearance of composure, a sense of unease gnawed at him, knowing the weight of his decision could shape the company's future.As he settled into his office, Nelson discreetly observed Michael's movements, noting the subtle shifts in his demeanor. With a calculated move, he subtly arranged for an AI detector to be installed on Michael's phone, a precautionary measure to uncover any potential deception.Later that day, Nelson convened a meeting with the board members, his expression grave as he broached the subject of selling the company. "After much consideration, I've decided to entertain the idea of selling the company," he announced, his voice tinged with resignation.The board members exchanged surprised glances, taken aback by Nelson's unexpected declaration. Sensing their uncertainty, Nelson pressed on, outlining his plan to sell the company as a strateg